Bhoothnath Returns (2014) Review in 2025
Bhoothnath Returns is a supernatural comedy-drama film that tells the story of a young boy who befriends a ghost and learns valuable life lessons.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
This movie is suitable for family viewing, but parental discretion is advised due to some mild humor and themes.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is worth watching if you enjoy supernatural comedies with a good message. However, it's not a must-watch, and you can skip it if you're not a fan of Amitabh Bachchan or this genre.
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The movie revolves around a young boy named Akhrot who befriends a ghost named Bhoothnath, played by Amitabh Bachchan. As they spend more time together, Akhrot learns about the importance of honesty, integrity, and standing up for what is right. However, their friendship is put to the test when Bhoothnath's existence is threatened by a greedy politician who wants to build a new complex on the land where Bhoothnath resides.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and has a good message, but it's not particularly original or well-developed.
acting8.00/10
The acting is good, with Amitabh Bachchan delivering a standout performance.
characters8.00/10
The characters are well-developed and relatable, especially Akhrot and Bhoothnath.
direction6.00/10
The direction is average, with some good scenes but also some slow pacing.
cinematography7.00/10
The cinematography is good, with some nice visuals and lighting.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The movie has a good message, good characters, and some nice visuals. Amitabh Bachchan delivers a standout performance.
Cons
The story is not particularly original or well-developed, and the direction is average. The pacing is slow at times.
Notable Quotes
"Akhrot: 'Main ek aisa ladka hoon jiska dil bada hai, lekin dimaag chhota hai.'"
"Bhoothnath: 'Akhrot, tumhare dimaag ko bada karne ke liye, tumhein kuchh bada karna hoga.'"
